3 things people should know about drones (Video).

3 things people should know about drones (Video).

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Choosing a drone or an unmanned aerial vehicle.
When choosing a drone people need to know that smaller is better. That is start learning with smaller drones such as those by SYMA, or a nice camera drone for under $200 X8G with 5Mb camera. A quadcopter versus a fixed wing is better. Using a quadcopter gives you the ability to use indoors and more practice time. The other reason is these drones will not handle any real wind. So if your serious about drones start on a cheap quadcopter less then $80.

For the commercial drone users for cinematography and or mapping use the below. These drones below will handle the wind and are equipped with the latest safety features. I never flew one before my phantom 3, but when I did I was amazed! I have never crashed mine either. A testament to DJI for safety.

Phantom 4  around $1,200 DJI Phantom 4

Phantom 3 Standard around $500 DJI Phantom 3 Standard

My drone the Phantom 3 Advanced around $800 and AWESOME! DJI Phantom 3 Advanced

Or for the all in commercial grade drone around $2,000 DJI Inspire

Know the rules.
FAA has finally stepped up there enforcement on unauthorized drone use. When you get your drone register at faa and pay the $5 to do it ASAP. Go to https://registermyuas.faa.gov/ and register it today? Save your registry as a PDF and save it on your phone or tablet for easy access.

The rules for operating an unmanned aircraft depend on why you want to fly. (Source:https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/)

The rules for operating an unmanned aircraft

	Fly for Fun	Fly for Work
Pilot Requirements	No pilot requirements	Must have Remote Pilot Airman Certificate Must be 16 years old Must pass TSA vetting
Aircraft Requirements	Must be registered if over 0.55 lbs.	Must be less than 55 lbs. Must be registered if over 0.55 lbs. (online) Must undergo pre-flight check to ensure UAS is in condition for safe operation
Location Requirements	5 miles from airports without prior notification to airport and air traffic control	Class G airspace*
Operating Rules	Must ALWAYS yield right of way to manned aircraft Must keep the aircraft in sight (visual line-of-sight) UAS must be under 55 lbs. Must follow community-based safety guidelines Must notify airport and air traffic control tower before flying within 5 miles of an airport	Must keep the aircraft in sight (visual line-of-sight)* Must fly under 400 feet* Must fly during the day* Must fly at or below 100 mph* Must yield right of way to manned aircraft* Must NOT fly over people* Must NOT fly from a moving vehicle*
Example Applications	Educational or recreational flying only	Flying for commercial use (e.g. providing aerial surveying or photography services) Flying incidental to a business (e.g. doing roof inspections or real estate photography)
Legal or Regulatory Basis	Public Law 112-95, Section 336 – Special Rule for Model Aircraft FAA Interpretation of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft	Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulation (14 CFR) Part 107

*These rules are subject to waiver.

Lastly, make use of some free apps like B4uFly.  Have fun flying but be respectful!

If you want to pursue commercial use of your UAS. I will cover that next with sample questions to help you prepare for the Remote Pilot Certification Exam.

Chris Baker

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